Pet Rescue raises goal in 24 hours

OTHELLO — Adams County Pet Rescue raised $600 more than its goal in less than 24 hours earlier this month.

The shelter faced an unexpected challenge when its commercial washing machine broke down after six years of constant use, officials said. The washing machine ran almost nonstop to meet the laundry needs of the 100 dogs housed at the shelter daily.

A replacement cost $5,000, but Pet Rescue doesn’t have that kind of cash on hand. So, it turned to the community for help, launching a GoFundMe campaign online.

“It’s crucial for disease control that we use a commercial washing machine to help f...